Three Pioneer Hospitality Institutions Celebrate World Childrens’ Day – “IN REMEMBRANCE OF YOU”
Saturday, 1st October 2016, COLOMBO; In celebration of World Childrens’ Day, Sri Lankan Cares, the charitable arm of Sri Lankan Airlines; South Asia’s Grand Dame’s Galle Face Hotel and the pioneers in the transport world in Sri Lanka, Ebert Silva; joined hands for the second year to make children their main focus, under the theme ‘In remembrance of you.’
Children’s Day was not simply a day to celebrate children for who they are, but for them to enjoy a journey of hospitality. A culture of giving is one of the defining features of a successful society and the three companies that joined hands on this occasion did yeoman service, particularly in recognizing the children of fallen and disabled heroes who sacrificed their lives to facilitate peace in our country. The theme for World Childrens’ Day initiatives of these three pioneer institutions focused on paying honour and respect to the ones who were left behind; hence all three armed forces as well as the Police brought together 40 children along with their remaining parent for a memorable day on 1st Oct 2016.
As Rajini Mendis, Chairperson of Ebert Silva Holidays stated, “Today’s experience for the children was to show them what they could aspire to be and also to recognize them as a growing generation that needs tender loving care.”
“In a civil strife, whichever side may call itself the victor, there are no winners, but survivors. The question is not who won the most but who lost the least. Hence the synergy through the three companies gave these children a very happy experience,” stated Mahika Chandrasena, Director Marketing Communications of Galle Face Hotel. “A guest journey is not only about a hotel experience; it is also love, hope and the personal care provided that makes it a memorable experience.”
After arriving at the airport in a double decker bus, the children then headed to an aircraft for a familiarization tour courtesy of the Airport and Aviation Authority. The evening ended with a delectable tea party at the Galle Face Hotel, thus concluding an evening that brought smiles of delight to their faces.
“Children are our treasure, and handling them with care and commitment whilst opening a whole world of hope for these innocent children, was our main objective,” Sri Lankan Cares Manager, Niroshan Ranawake stated.
About the Galle Face Hotel
South Asia’s leading Grande Dame, the Galle Face Hotel is testimony to both Sri Lanka’s colonial past and its independent present. Celebrated within the hospitality world, it blends historical splendour with crafted modernity to form a new model for heritage properties. International guests are immersed in the Galle Face Hotel’s rich traditions and compelling stories, while Colombo society perceive the hotel as the most prestigious, desirable destination in the city for memorable dining and special events. Whether at the hotel for dinner or for a month-long stay, an experience of the Galle Face Hotel is one of timeless grandeur and exceptional hospitality.
Celebrating 150 years, the Galle Face Hotel is one of the landmarks in Asia and was acclaimed as one of the best heritage Hotels in Sri Lanka in 2012. Further it is the first Hotel in the country to be featured on a postage stamp.
About the Galle Face Hotel Group
The Galle Face Hotel Group manages the hotel and leisure interest of Galle Face Hotel, Kandy Hotels PLC & Ceylon Hotels Corporation PLC.
Under this banner are 3 distinct portfolios of businesses.
The Deluxe Heritage Hotels Collection
Galle Face Hotel in Colombo and Hotel Suisse & Queens Hotel in Kandy.
Each hotel is a connected to Sri Lanka’s history, imbibed with the splendor of yesteryear while continuing to serve visitors, foreign and domestic is gracious surrounds.
The Resorts Collection
4 hotels routed in some of Sri Lanka’s most special areas offer a modern facility with outstanding vista & access to experience this great country.
The Lake Hotel Polonnaruwa, The Surf Hotel Bentota, The Safari Hotel Thissamaharama and The Lake House Polonnaruwa.
